Sir Howard Bernstein played a key role in Manchester’s transformation into an economic powerhouse - can he now inspire Liverpool to similar heights. Tony McDonough reports Last week ended with another chapter in the now…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include:   Zapadnyy, a tanker carrying molasses from India. Agent is Graypen. BG Sapphire, a container vessel coming from Ireland and sailing on to Finland. Agent is BG Freight Line -…

Modular homes builder Starship has completed the construction of eight ‘net zero carbon’ bungalows in Wirral for affordable housing group Torus. Tony McDonough reports Affordable housing provider Torus has taken delivery of eight…

A day-long wellness event is to be held at The Spine in Liverpool’s knowledge quarter this autumn. Tony McDonough reports A group of Liverpool wellness practitioners are coming together to hold a day-long wellness event this autumn.…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include:   Trinity, a bulk carrier carrying scrap metal to Egypt. Agent is EMR Shipping. World Voyager, a cruise vessel sailing to Ireland. Agent is Denholm Port Services. Stolt Sandpiper, a…

Whitehall is to take full control of Liverpool city council with city region Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram also heading a new strategic panel to get the city council back on track. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool City Council will come…

Lender Shawbrook backs multi-million pound management buyout of Merseyside logistics business H&M Distribution Group. Tony McDonough reports H&M Distribution Group managing director Dean Woodyer has led an “eight-figure”…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include:   Harun, a cargo vessel carrying urea from Russia. Agent is NW Trading (Logistics). Phoenix of the Dell Quay, a sail training vessel. Agent is Merseyside Adventure Sailing Trust. Wec…

Local jewellery brand Say It With Diamonds is to sell its products at the new Liverpool store of designer fashion outlet Tessuti. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool jewellery brand Say It With Diamonds will see its products sold at the…

Another indoor market dating back more than a century is to be transformed into a 10,000 sq ft food and drink venue, creating 80 new jobs. Tony McDonough reports Ormskirk is set to be the latest town to see its traditional indoor…